Darcy & Joseph

Animal photographer / House and pet sitters

About Darcy & Joseph

Hello! Thanks so much for taking the time to look over our profile. We would love to be your next trusted house and pet sitters! Here's what you need to know about us:

After 9 years together, we are moving to New Zealand in August and cannot imagine a more fitting opportunity. We love the idea of embracing everyday life while overseas. Darcy is...

Hello! Thanks so much for taking the time to look over our profile. We would love to be your next trusted house and pet sitters! Here's what you need to know about us:

After 9 years together, we are moving to New Zealand in August and cannot imagine a more fitting opportunity. We love the idea of embracing everyday life while overseas. Darcy is more experienced traveling since she studied in Australia for six months back in 2012. During that time she visited Thailand and New Zealand and ultimately fell in love with NZ. Since then we have worked hard to save money for a big relocation.

Now we have visas and plane tickets but few concrete plans beyond arrival. We both love trout fishing and can be found on our local streams often. Otherwise we spend time hunting for agates, trying to grow lemon trees, camping, going to concerts/festivals, reading and annoying our pets with affection.

Why we want to house sit

As we mentioned, this opportunity seems to have the perfect balance between freedom to travel and security of accommodation; but more than that, it is familiar to Darcy. Her mother has been pet/house sitting since before she can even remember. Then once she became older her mother started having her care for various places and pets. She has cared for other's homes and animals ever since. The list of people has included family members, friends, and has even extended to strangers via word of mouth. Each job varies from simple daily drop-ins to live-in four month holidays. Since we have no concrete plans upon arrival, it would be a world of comfort to do something we already love.

Also, Darcy is a photographer. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in photography from the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire and a favorite subject is... animals! She has found so much joy in spending time with an animal, capturing a personal portrait, and sharing the images with their family upon return. (See included photos for examples!)

Our experience

Both of us have been pet owners our whole lives and understand the attention and investment involved. We've cared for labs, goldens, a border collie (who we consider a part-time pet since she is with us so often), a husky puppy, a basset hound, an american eskimo, two dachshunds, horses, barn cats, house cats, stray cats (that's a fun story!) and a bunny. Gardening isn't an issue as long as instructions are provided.

You can be sure we will care for your family with respect and dedication. There is no doubt that we will make friends with any animal you may have and we really look forward to meeting them... and you, of course!

Reviews (2)

Erica - Levin, New Zealand

15 September - 16 October 2018

Darcy took great care of our dog Jet. She looked after her as if Jet was her own dog. Darcy played with Jet, took her for walks and included her in outings. Darcy took some lovely photos if Jet who looks as though she was laughing and obviously having a great time.Our house also was well cared... + More

Darcy took great care of our dog Jet. She looked after her as if Jet was her own dog. Darcy played with Jet, took her for walks and included her in outings. Darcy took some lovely photos if Jet who looks as though she was laughing and obviously having a great time.Our house also was well cared for and it was great to get back to a clean, well maintained home.Our lawns were mown, recycling organised and the house immaculate.

Organised

Reliable

Self-sufficient

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Anna - Gisborne, New Zealand

31 August - 13 September 2018

Absolutely brilliant service from Darcy and Jo. Nothing to fault. Would recommend them to anyone and everyone. Fitted in with us on the overlap days as if they were part of the family. Their care of and for our animals was excellent. Would welcome them back anytime. + More

Absolutely brilliant service from Darcy and Jo. Nothing to fault. Would recommend them to anyone and everyone. Fitted in with us on the overlap days as if they were part of the family. Their care of and for our animals was excellent. Would welcome them back anytime.

Organised

Reliable

Self-sufficient

Tidy

Pet care

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About Darcy & Joseph

Hello! Thanks so much for taking the time to look over our profile. We would love to be your next trusted house and pet sitters! Here's what you need to know about us:

After 9 years together, we are moving to New Zealand in August and cannot imagine a more fitting opportunity. We love the idea of embracing everyday life while overseas. Darcy is more experienced traveling since she studied in Australia for six months back in 2012. During that time she visited Thailand and New Zealand and ultimately fell in love with NZ. Since then we have worked hard to save money for a big relocation.

Now we have visas and plane tickets but few concrete plans beyond arrival. We both love trout fishing and can be found on our local streams often. Otherwise we spend time hunting for agates, trying to grow lemon trees, camping, going to concerts/festivals, reading and annoying our pets with affection.

Hello! Thanks so much for taking the time to look over our profile. We would love to be your next trusted house and pet sitters! Here's what you need to know about us:

After 9 years together, we are moving to New Zealand in August and cannot imagine a more fitting opportunity. We love the idea of embracing everyday life while overseas. Darcy is more experienced traveling since she studied in Australia for six months back in 2012. During that time she visited Thailand and New Zealand and ultimately fell in love with NZ. Since then we have worked hard to save money for a big relocation.

Now we have visas and plane tickets but few concrete plans beyond arrival. We both love trout fishing and can be found on our local streams often. Otherwise we spend time hunting for agates, trying to grow lemon trees, camping, going to concerts/festivals, reading and annoying our pets with affection.

Why we want to house sit

As we mentioned, this opportunity seems to have the perfect balance between freedom to travel and security of accommodation; but more than that, it is familiar to Darcy. Her mother has been pet/house sitting since before she can even remember. Then once she became older her mother started having her care for various places and pets. She has cared for other's homes and animals ever since. The list of people has included family members, friends, and has even extended to strangers via word of mouth. Each job varies from simple daily drop-ins to live-in four month holidays. Since we have no concrete plans upon arrival, it would be a world of comfort to do something we already love.

Also, Darcy is a photographer. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in photography from the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire and a favorite subject is... animals! She has found so much joy in spending time with an animal, capturing a personal portrait, and sharing the images with their family upon return. (See included photos for examples!)

Our experience

Both of us have been pet owners our whole lives and understand the attention and investment involved. We've cared for labs, goldens, a border collie (who we consider a part-time pet since she is with us so often), a husky puppy, a basset hound, an american eskimo, two dachshunds, horses, barn cats, house cats, stray cats (that's a fun story!) and a bunny. Gardening isn't an issue as long as instructions are provided.

You can be sure we will care for your family with respect and dedication. There is no doubt that we will make friends with any animal you may have and we really look forward to meeting them... and you, of course!